Amy Mead
Amy has a multidisciplinary background in chemistry, earth sciences and chemical engineering. She has particular expertise in batteries, polymers, pharmaceuticals, and both inorganic and computational chemistry.
Amy is a UK and European patent attorney in the chemistry team. She has experience in patent drafting and prosecution, freedom-to-operate (FTO) assessments, pre-filing searches, and opposition and appeal proceedings before the European Patent Office (EPO).
Before joining Potter Clarkson, Amy worked as a trainee patent attorney at another IP firm, where she completed the Postgraduate Certificate in Intellectual Property from Bournemouth University. She also gained commercial experience in the procurement department of a multinational chemicals company.
Amy holds a first-class BSc in Natural Sciences (Chemistry and Earth Sciences) from Durham University. She went on to complete an MSc in Advanced Chemical Engineering at Imperial College London, graduating with Distinction and receiving the Geoff Hewitt Prize for academic achievement. Her MSc research on computational methods for predicting peptide solubility was published in 2024.
Amy is passionate about diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) and is a member of Potter Clarkson’s Inclusivity Group.
- Innovation capture, IP audits, and drafting patent applications
- Developing IP strategies
- Patent prosecution before the EPO and UKIPO
- EPO oppositions and appeals
- UK and European Patent Attorney
- Postgraduate Certificate, Intellectual Property, Bournemouth University
- MSc, Advanced Chemical Engineering, Imperial College London
- BSc, Natural Sciences (Chemistry and Earth Sciences), Durham University
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How We Live Our Values: Ambition
My curiosity drives me to explore new technologies across chemistry and related fields, keeping me at the cutting edge of innovation. I believe in asking a lot of questions to gain a deep understanding of each invention from the inventor’s perspective, because they are the true experts on their technology. This constant drive to learn helps me to deliver tailored, effective solutions that support our clients’ long-term success.
In My Own Words
I enjoy the non-stop learning that comes with being a patent attorney. Every case brings new challenges and opportunities to expand my knowledge. Whether it's staying updated with the latest advancements in battery technology or delving into new case law to support an argument, I thrive on the chance to learn something new every day.
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